Pentax E70 vs Pentax WG-1 GPS

Following is a complete assessment of the Pentax E70 versus Pentax WG-1 GPS, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Waterproof and they are both created by Pentax. There exists a big gap among the image resolutions of the E70 (10MP) and WG-1 GPS (14MP) but both cameras boast the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The E70 was revealed 3 years earlier than the WG-1 GPS which is a fairly big gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before diving right into a more detailed comparison, here is a short introduction of how the E70 grades vs the WG-1 GPS in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Pentax Optio E70 and Pentax Optio WG-1 GPS. The full galleries are viewable at Pentax E70 Gallery and Pentax WG-1 GPS Gallery.

For those who are planning to carry around your camera regularly, you'll have to think about its weight and volume. The Pentax E70 provides external measurements of 94mm x 61mm x 26mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.0") along with a weight of 175 grams (0.39 lbs) whilst the Pentax WG-1 GPS has sizing of 116mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.6" x 2.3" x 1.1") having a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).

Look at the Pentax E70 versus Pentax WG-1 GPS in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you have at the time. Underneath is a front view size comparison of the E70 and the WG-1 GPS.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the E70 and WG-1 GPS is 94 and 93 respectively.

Typically, it can be hard to picture the contrast in sensor sizes only by viewing specs. The pic below should give you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the E70 and WG-1 GPS.

All in all, both cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit different megapixels. You should count on the Pentax WG-1 GPS to render extra detail because of its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop pictures way more aggressively. The more aged E70 will be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.